44 result(s) for days of cultural heritage
Hungarian State Folk Ensemble Is Touring The US, Has Ambitious Plans
- 3 Dec 2013 12:00 AM
- community & culture
The Hungarian State Folk Ensemble is touring the United States; there will be a concert to help elderly musicians who are stewards of traditions; a new full-size program featuring dances from Sub-Carpathia will be compiled; and decision has been made to expand the Museum of Applied Folk Art. We have interviewed László Kelemen, director-general of the Hungarian Heritage House in Budapest.
A Weekend Of Firsts At The British Embassy In Budapest
- 20 Sep 2012 9:00 AM
- property
Guest blog by Ian Saunders, visiting British diplomat: Last Saturday and Sunday the Embassy participated in the European Heritage Days programme in Hungary for the first time. This cultural initiative allowed the public to see inside the British Embassy and savour its interesting and historical interior. On show were the main entrance, a view of the main staircase, the Old Banking Hall and the ...
Video Invitation: Budapest Wine Festival, Until 16 Sept.
- 12 Sep 2012 1:02 AM
- food & drink
In 2012 this world famous festival will feature around 5000 different wines, from 15 countries, and 220 wineries. Held again in the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Buda Castle, wine lovers can mix and mingle with the most talented winemakers in Hungary - many are proud winners at prestigious international and domestic wine competitions. As always the winemakers will be happy to chat and answer ...
9th International Book Festival Budapest, Millenáris, 19 - 22 April
- 19 Apr 2012 11:45 AM
- community & culture
After last year’s special Guest of Honour presence, when in honour of Hungary’s EU presidency, as the first among international book fairs, we invited the other 26 member states of the European Union besides Hungary, their belles-lettres book publishing and one author from each country, this year the Guest of Honour will not be a single country either, but the cultural region of the Scandinavian ...
Special Xpat Interview: Andrew G. Vajna: RIP
- 20 Jan 2011 11:00 AM
World famous Hungarian-born Hollywood Film Producer Andrew G. Vajna granted this exclusive interview with XpatLoop.com in Budapest. He shared insights with us about his childhood in Hungary, his love for cooking with fresh Hungarian ingredients, and his dream of experiencing life in the time of the Pharaohs.
Historic Buildings In Hungary Open To Visitors This Weekend
- 16 Sep 2010 10:40 AM
- community & culture
"More than 700 buildings normally closed to the public, in 270 municipalities, will be open to visitors this coming Saturday and Sunday to mark Cultural Heritage Days it was announced this week. One of the prominent sights will be the presidential palace in Buda Castle, along with the National Bank, several embassies, and the Patent Office.
Video: Memories Of Balaton
- 8 Sep 2010 1:00 AM
- video
"The Balaton and its surroundings are Hungary's most popular holiday area. Rest and recreation on the shore, historic and cultural heritage, folk traditions, bicycle and water tours, rare natural treasures, gastronomic specialities and spectacular programmes - all of these things are offered by and around the 'Hungarian sea'.
Flavours Of Balaton - In Budapest, Erzsébet tér, 1 - 2 May
- 4 Apr 2010 1:00 AM
- food & drink
"The winemakers of Lake Balaton will have the leading role in the Capital on the 1st and 2nd of May. On the second Balaton Region Wine Festival look for a high standard cultural offer, excellent wines and everybody is waited for with more delicate Hungarian foods.
Hungarian State Folk Ensemble Is Touring The US, Has Ambitious Plans
- 3 Dec 2013 12:00 AM
- community & culture
The Hungarian State Folk Ensemble is touring the United States; there will be a concert to help elderly musicians who are stewards of traditions; a new full-size program featuring dances from Sub-Carpathia will be compiled; and decision has been made to expand the Museum of Applied Folk Art. We have interviewed László Kelemen, director-general of the Hungarian Heritage House in Budapest.
A Weekend Of Firsts At The British Embassy In Budapest
- 20 Sep 2012 9:00 AM
- property
Guest blog by Ian Saunders, visiting British diplomat: Last Saturday and Sunday the Embassy participated in the European Heritage Days programme in Hungary for the first time. This cultural initiative allowed the public to see inside the British Embassy and savour its interesting and historical interior. On show were the main entrance, a view of the main staircase, the Old Banking Hall and the ...
Video Invitation: Budapest Wine Festival, Until 16 Sept.
- 12 Sep 2012 1:02 AM
- food & drink
In 2012 this world famous festival will feature around 5000 different wines, from 15 countries, and 220 wineries. Held again in the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Buda Castle, wine lovers can mix and mingle with the most talented winemakers in Hungary - many are proud winners at prestigious international and domestic wine competitions. As always the winemakers will be happy to chat and answer ...
9th International Book Festival Budapest, Millenáris, 19 - 22 April
- 19 Apr 2012 11:45 AM
- community & culture
After last year’s special Guest of Honour presence, when in honour of Hungary’s EU presidency, as the first among international book fairs, we invited the other 26 member states of the European Union besides Hungary, their belles-lettres book publishing and one author from each country, this year the Guest of Honour will not be a single country either, but the cultural region of the Scandinavian ...
Special Xpat Interview: Andrew G. Vajna: RIP
- 20 Jan 2011 11:00 AM
World famous Hungarian-born Hollywood Film Producer Andrew G. Vajna granted this exclusive interview with XpatLoop.com in Budapest. He shared insights with us about his childhood in Hungary, his love for cooking with fresh Hungarian ingredients, and his dream of experiencing life in the time of the Pharaohs.
Historic Buildings In Hungary Open To Visitors This Weekend
- 16 Sep 2010 10:40 AM
- community & culture
"More than 700 buildings normally closed to the public, in 270 municipalities, will be open to visitors this coming Saturday and Sunday to mark Cultural Heritage Days it was announced this week. One of the prominent sights will be the presidential palace in Buda Castle, along with the National Bank, several embassies, and the Patent Office.
Video: Memories Of Balaton
- 8 Sep 2010 1:00 AM
- video
"The Balaton and its surroundings are Hungary's most popular holiday area. Rest and recreation on the shore, historic and cultural heritage, folk traditions, bicycle and water tours, rare natural treasures, gastronomic specialities and spectacular programmes - all of these things are offered by and around the 'Hungarian sea'.
Flavours Of Balaton - In Budapest, Erzsébet tér, 1 - 2 May
- 4 Apr 2010 1:00 AM
- food & drink
"The winemakers of Lake Balaton will have the leading role in the Capital on the 1st and 2nd of May. On the second Balaton Region Wine Festival look for a high standard cultural offer, excellent wines and everybody is waited for with more delicate Hungarian foods.